Accountant (Accounts Payable)

Employment type: Permanent, full-time, 1 year contract renewal cycle. Start date: August 17, 2026.

About York Prep School

York Preparatory School is a New York City independent school committed to creating a nurturing environment that challenges and supports each student in a diverse and inclusive setting. Compassionate and accessible educators guide our students through a traditional and rigorous curriculum, while employing a range of innovative techniques to cultivate each individual student’s skills, abilities, and interests. York strives to educate the whole child, meeting each student where they are, and supporting them as they grow into lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries—Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

About the Role

As an Accounts Payable Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the school’s financial operations by ensuring all expenditures are processed accurately and on time. You will manage invoice processing, staff reimbursements, and vendor payments, while maintaining strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Resolving discrepancies
• Ensuring compliance with financial controls and school policies
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Maintaining organised financial records
• Contributing to audit readiness

This is a detail-focused role where your organisation and proactive approach will help ensure financial integrity and smooth day-to-day operations.

Who We Are Looking For

You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing accounts payable processes in a fast-paced environment. You have experience working with financial systems and a strong understanding of accounting principles, including reconciliations and invoice management. You communicate clearly and professionally, building positive relationships with colleagues and vendors alike. You are comfortable using Excel and accounting software such as Sage or NetSuite, and you take pride in maintaining accurate records. Above all, you are proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work while supporting a collaborative and compliant working environment.

Pay

Up to $80,000 per annum (dependent on experience).